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Israel Country Profile: Israel and Palestinian Territories 
 Profile of this area in the Middle East, including demographic facts, historical overview, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to numerous related news stories, audio of the Israeli national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/803257.stm Topics: Country Studies by Continent, International Governments, Regions of the World, Regions of the World Last updated Sep 8, 2009 Facts About Israel: State
Official Israeli government information about Israel's political structure, presidency, prime ministers, legislature (Knesset), elections, courts, executive branch, law enforcement, local government, and defense forces. Includes links to related articles and content. Available in Hebrew and English. From the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs. http://www.mfa.gov.il/mfa/facts%20about%20israel/state/ Topics: International Governments Last updated Feb 7, 2006 Israel Insider
"An independent, nonpartisan online publication that aims to provide an 'inside perspective' on the latest news, analysis and commentary from and about Israel." Contains sections on security, politics, diplomacy, anti-semitism, culture, and travel. "Maintained six days a week and updated as news breaks." http://israelinsider.ning.com/ Topics: International Governments, Judaism, Magazines, Magazines by Place, News, Nonfiction by Genre Last updated Aug 13, 2009 The Israel Project
This nonprofit advocacy organization based in the United States is dedicated "to educating the press and the public about Israel while promoting security, freedom and peace." The site offers background information about Israel (such as about the security fence, Palestinian refugees, and prominent individuals), a list of expert sources for journalists, a Middle East glossary, statistics, links to maps, and related information. http://www.theisraelproject.org Topics: Regions of the World, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Feb 8, 2006 Israel: A Country Study
Contains a historical overview, and information on the geography, economy, government, transportation and telecommunications, foreign relations, national security, languages, religions, and people and society of Israel. Includes a list of political parties and organizations, a glossary, a bibliography, and statistical tables. Searchable. "Completed [in] December 1988." A part of the Web site Country Studies, from the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress. http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/iltoc.html Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, International Governments, Regions of the World, Regions of the World Last updated Aug 16, 2004 Jewish Virtual Library
Contains information on Jewish history, women, the Holocaust, travel, Israel-U.S. relations, politics, religion, and notable people. Includes a bibliography, a glossary, maps, a timeline of Jewish history, a virtual tour of Israel, and exhibits of "Judaic Treasures of the Library of Congress." http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/ Topics: International Governments, Judaism Last updated Apr 28, 2005 MavenSearch: Jewish Web Directory
A "directory and search engine for [thousands of] Jewish content related websites." Also includes a list of worldwide synagogues, temples, and Jewish communities. http://www.mavensearch.com/ Topics: Architecture, International Governments, Judaism, Regions of the World Last updated Jun 16, 2007 U.S. Department of State: Middle East Peace
Information from the U.S. government about peace efforts in the Middle East, including efforts by the Middle East Quartet (U.S., Russian Federation, European Union, and United Nations) in support of "the goal of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict." Includes press briefings, remarks, statements, interviews, reports, and other documents. Also include a map showing key areas (Jerusalem, the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, and the Golan Heights), and links to other information about Israel. http://search.state.gov/search?q=inmeta:dc_subject~Middle%20East%20Peace&topic=Middle%20East%20Peace&coverage=&speaker=&pubtype=&partialfields=dc_subject:Middle%20East%20Peace&displayname=Middle%20East%20Peace&sort=date:D:S:d1&filter=0&Search.x=0&Search.y Topics: International Governments, Wars & Conflicts Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Virtual Israel Experience
Designed for those planning a trip or just wanting to learn more about Israel, this self-guided tour allows users to choose a personal itinerary or follow a set path to see the country and study its history, archaeology, politics, religions, and society and culture. Features essays, images, and links to additional information. Also includes a quiz. From a nonpartisan organization formed to strengthen the U.S.-Israel relationship. http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/vie/vietoc.html Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, International Governments, Nonfiction by Genre, Regions of the World, Travel Sites by Continent Last updated Jan 12, 2005 |
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